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Program Advisor: Lisa D. Meehan, M.Ed. 356-3631 ldmeehan@actx.edu or contact the Sciences and Engineering Division, 371-5091
Associate in Applied Science Major Code - MRTS.AAS
Provides prospective funeral service practitioners with the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills which are currently demanded for success in the industry. Educates students concerning the responsibilities of the funeral service profession to the community at large. Emphasizes high standards of ethical conduct. Provides curriculum for advancement of funeral service education. Encourages student and faculty research in the funeral service industry
Students seeking entry into the Associate of Applied Science degree in Mortuary Science must complete a specific program admission form and meet all admission requirements. Prior conviction of a felony may render the student ineligible to practice in the state of Texas. Program Advisor: Lisa Meehan, 356-3631 ldmeehan@actx.edu or contact the Sciences and Engineering Division, 371-5092
Texas Funeral Director Certificate of Completion Major Code - MRTS.CERT
Contact the Testing Center or the Program Advisor for testing requirements. Testing requirements are based on the unique needs of the certificate program.
The Certificate of Completion for funeral directing is offered to meet specific state or professional needs. The program is directed at the student desiring licensure as a funeral director only in the State of Texas. It does not include instruction in embalming, restorative art, microbiology, pathology, chemistry or anatomy); therefore it is not accredited by the American Board of Funeral Service Education. Students completing this program are eligible to sit for the Texas State Board Examination only. Prior conviction of a felony; or a misdemeanor involving funeral directing and/or embalming may render the student ineligible to practice in the State of Texas.
Last updated by ldmeehan -- Sep/26/09